JVC GR-SX140A, GR-SXM780A, GR-SXM78EA, GR-SXM480A, GR-SXM48EA manual Zooming, Quick Review, Retake

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Zooming

To produce the zoom in/out effect. Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification offered by optical zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom.

Slide the Power Zoom Lever 3towards “T” to zoom in, or “W” to zoom out.

The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever 3, the quicker the zoom action.

Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record–

Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus ( pg. 18, FOCUS in CAMERA MENU), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

The zoom level indicator 6- moves during zoom. Once the zoom level indiator 6- reaches the top, all magnification from that point is through digital processing.

When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image

may suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set “D.ZOOM” ( pg. 20) to “OFF” in SYSTEM MENU.

Digital zoom cannot be used when the “VIDEO ECHO” mode ( pg. 23, “Digital Effects”) is activated.

Video Light (GR-SXM78EA/SXM48EA/SXM780A/ SXM480A/SXM280A only)

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.

Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON #as required: OFF : Turns off the light.

AUTO: Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject.

ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorder is turned on.

It is recommended to set M.W.B. ( pg. 19) to

in CAMERA MENU when you use the video light.

Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink if the battery pack’s charge is low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light, or when you start recording with the video light turned on.

When LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON #is set to “AUTO”:

Depending on the lighting conditions, the video light may keep turning on and off. Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON #to ON or OFF as required.

While the “Sports” or “High Speed Shutter” mode is engaged, the light is likely to stay on. While

the “Twilight” mode is engaged, the light will not activate. ( pg. 23, “Programme AE with Special Effects”)

DANGER

The video light can become extremely hot.

Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it

off, otherwise serious injury may result.

Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some time.

When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or objects.

Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

Quick Review

To check the end of the last recording.

1)Make sure the camcorder is in the Record– Standby mode.

2)Press 2 %and release quickly.

Tape is rewound for approx. 1 second and played back automatically, then pauses in Record–Standby mode for the next shot.

Distortion may occur at the start of playback. This is normal.

Retake

To re-record certain segments.

1)Make sure the camcorder is in the Record– Standby mode.

2)Press and hold either RETAKE %or &to reach the&start point for new recording. Pressing 3

forwards the tape and pressing 2 % reverses it.

3)Press the Recording Start/Stop Button !to start recording.

Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken during Retake. This is normal.

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Contents Dear Customer Automatic DemonstrationAC Adapter Power Cord Provided AccessoriesPrecautions NEW ZEALAND, Please Return Batteries by Mail to LCD Monitor/Viewfinder, Indications Pg , 10 IndexUsing the Battery Pack Charging the Battery PackUsing AC Power Getting StartedSystem Menu Date/Time SettingsTripod Mounting Viewfinder Adjustment180 Shoulder Strap AttachmentDuring Playback CONTROLS, Connectors and IndicatorsStabilizer Shooting while using the LCD monitor* Make Shooting while using the viewfinder Make sureRecording Playback For Video RECORDING/VIDEO PlaybackPicture Stabiliser Basic Features5Sec. Rec 5-sec. Recording Quick Review ZoomingRetake TBC Time Base Corrector TrackingCounter Memory Playback Special Effects GR-SXM78EATape Dubbing Connections To a TV/VCRConnection To a Personal Computer Using The Cassette AdapterOptional Keyspan USA-19 USB PDA Adapter is required #$% Volume - - -6- - - +Camera Menu Menu SettingsPress the Menu Wheel To display 1To brighten the image, rotate the Menu Wheel downwardAutomatically White balance is adjustedOutdoors on a sunny day Outdoors on a cloudy daySystem Menu REC ModeDATE/TIME Fade/Wipe Effects Advanced FeaturesDigital Effects Programme AE With Special EffectsS1/2000 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter Ertyiu Animation And Time-Lapse Playback ZoomInsert Editing Audio DubbingRecording deck VCRRandom Assemble Editing R.A.Edit SET REMOTE/VCR CodeMake Connections JVC VCR Equipped with Remote Pause Terminal Automatic Editing to VCR Select CenesAnimation or Time-Lapse is not available TroubleshootingBattery Packs General Battery PrecautionsVideo Light for applicable models CassettesFor Your Maintenance How To Handle a CD-ROM for applicable modelsLCD Monitor for applicable models Optional Accessories Specifications

GR-SXM48EA, GR-SX140A, GR-SXM480A, GR-SXM780A, GR-SXM78EA specifications

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